East End LOCAL
East End LOCAL
A free Veterans Resource Fair and Food Distribution will be held at Southold American Legion Post 803, with more than 25 organizations offering information and support for veterans and active military. Long Island Cares will provide free fresh produce, and the first 200 veterans will receive a free brown bag lunch.
Veterans and active-duty military are invited to a free Veterans Resource Fair and food distribution at Southold American Legion Post 803. The event will include more than 25 participating organizations and free fresh produce from the Long Island Cares Farm Truck.
Friends of Orient Beach State Park hosts a free I Love My Parks Day volunteer event on Saturday, May 2. Help with park and beach cleanup, planting, and other projects, then stay for a picnic with bagels and treats.
The Butterfly Effect Project’s annual Wo/Men Empower Wo/Men Luncheon will be held May 9 at Rock Hill Country Club in Manorville. The event recognizes community members and raises support for youth programs serving ages 5 to 18.
The Butterfly Effect Project will host its second annual Juneteenth: A Celebration of Community on June 19 in Riverhead. The free afternoon event includes local vendors, performances, a community line dance and family games.
Paddle Battle 2026, benefiting the New York Marine Rescue Center, takes place Saturday, July 25, along the Peconic River in Riverhead. Register as an individual or group for a competitive race or a non-competitive course, with prizes, vendors, a raffle, and tours of the NYMRC hospital area.
